Logistics Analytics Intern: Optimize Routes & Automate

PODS Enterprises LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate-controlled office

Occasional travel to Storage Centers

Job summary

PODS Enterprises LLC in Clearwater, FL is offering a Summer 2027 internship for students in analytics, supply chain or operations research. You’ll join the Operations Planning team to tackle live logistics challenges in the middle and last mile, with real deliverables and mentorship.

You’ll own a focus project, plan loads and routes using optimizers, write SQL and Python scripts, and present results to Operations leadership. The program blends field exposure with data-driven analysis.

Qualifications

• Currently in the final years of a bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in a master’s or MBA program.
• Majoring in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Analytics, or a related field.
• Coursework or hands-on experience with SQL and Python or R.
• No full-time experience required.
• Bonus points for internships or projects in logistics.

Responsibilities

• Own a focus project and deliver real results.
• Plan and optimize loads and routes using optimizers and scenario tools.
• Handle disruptions and root-cause analysis of recurring issues.
• Monitor carrier performance and SLA adherence.
• Write SQL and Python scripts to automate reports.

Skills

Optimization

Logistics

Statistics

Operations Research

Excel

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/MBA in progress

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Job description

PODS Enterprises LLC in Clearwater, FL is offering a Summer 2027 internship for students in analytics, supply chain or operations research. You’ll join the Operations Planning team to tackle live logistics challenges in the middle and last mile, with real deliverables and mentorship.

You’ll own a focus project, plan loads and routes using optimizers, write SQL and Python scripts, and present results to Operations leadership. The program blends field exposure with data-driven analysis.